A Fine Qing Dynasty Blue and White with Underglaze Red Floral Double-Gourd Snuff Bottle, 18th Century

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Dimensions: Height 7 cm (2.76 in, 0.23 ft), Width 4.5 cm (1.77 in, 0.15 ft) (18th Century)Condition and Provenance: The piece is in good overall condition, with a smooth and well-preserved glaze surface. The blue and underglaze red decoration remains vibrant, showing only natural signs of age and gentle use. The porcelain body is solid and finely crafted. Provenance: Private Collection, Texas, USA.Description: This Qing Dynasty double-gourd shaped snuff bottle represents an elegant example of Chinese scholar’s objects and miniature porcelain craftsmanship. The form follows the traditional double-gourd design, featuring a smaller upper section connected to a fuller lower body, a clearly defined waist, a narrow straight neck, and a neatly finished foot. The double-gourd shape symbolizes “fortune and prosperity” and has long been appreciated as a classic auspicious form in Chinese decorative arts. The entire surface is decorated with a dense scrolling vine pattern painted in rich cobalt blue. The blue tones are deep and steady, with graceful flowing lines creating a continuous decorative rhythm. Scattered among the scrolling motifs are underglaze red floral designs, with warm jujube-red tones creating an elegant contrast against the blue decoration. The exterior is covered with a refined white glaze, giving the vessel a smooth and luminous appearance. The body is carefully shaped with rounded contours and delicate craftsmanship. The base bears a blue double-line regular script mark reading “Qing Hua Zhen Pin,” executed in a neat and clear style. The exposed foot displays a natural aged patina, reflecting its long history. Combining two important high-temperature ceramic techniques, blue-and-white painting and underglaze red decoration, this finely crafted snuff bottle represents the refined taste and artistic achievement of Qing Dynasty porcelain.

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